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Many fads and buzzwords exist in the skincare industry, and it seems like every celebrity is selling a different skincare line. The truth is that there are relatively few scientifically proven ways to make normal skin healthier and aptaylor pear younger. Among the few compounds with good supporting evidence for anti-aging effects, retinoids stand out. If you are serious about achieving healthy-looking skin, then you should really understand (and use) retinoids - the bread and butter of most of today’s effective skin care lines.

1. Cousins of Vitamin A Vitamin A is also called retinol and is a vitamin found in vegetables such as sweet potatoes, leafy greens, and bell peppers.

Vitamin A is important for growth and development in the womb and is important for eye, skin, bone and reproductive health in adults. Any compound that is similar to retinol is called a “retinoid.”

When it comes to youthfulness, retinoic acid is one of the most important retinoids to know about. Retinoic acid affects how your skin cells grow. It helps them mature smoothly without pores becoming clogged. Retinoic acid strongly decreases how oily the skin is and even shrinks

oil glands making pores appear smaller.

Retinoic acid also appears to have synergy with antioxidants and allows them to more effectively reduce free radical damage, which helps fight the effects of sun damage and photo-aging. Collagen, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, elastin… all of these are affected by retinoic acid, allowing significant improvement in the health and beauty of the skin.

2. No Filter Needed Because of their ability to help cells repair themselves and mature naturally, retinoids are great for fighting the formation of new wrinkles and softening existing lines. As retinoids repair the skin, fine lines fade; large oil glands diminish in size, and the skin takes on a more even, smooth tone and texture. Retinoids may also stimulates more blood flow in the skin, giving a healthy rosy glow.

Retinoids are one of the key ingredients that dermatologists use for treating acne. Retinoids can help prevent and treat clogged pores (blackheads) and help prevent whiteheads and deeper inflamed acne bumps from forming. As a result, they also help prevent acne scarring.

Typically, retinoids are one of the two to four medicines that a dermatologist will prescribe to help a teenager or adult become acne-free.

3. All Good Things To Those Who Wait Because retinol helps unclog pores and prevents dead skin from forming future clogs, continued use of retinol cream can prevent acne, but clear skin does not

Innovative enhancemen Addington Place of Johns Creek (formerly Benton House) has recently adopted the leading-edge Moments® Memory Care program as well as a new Assisted Living program called “Oasis”.

For seniors living with Alzheimer's and other related dementias, the new Moments® program at Addington Place can be a godsend to them and their families.

This proprietary memory care program was developed by Symerica Senior Living with assistance from The Alzheimer's Society, Women's Brain Health Institute and many others in an effort to provide the best possible memory care program.

Christine Sokol, the Executive Director at Addington Place of Johns Creek says “Our goal in this Neighbourhood is to connect with our residents and help them and their family live in the present ‘moment’. With numerous activities each day, as well as evening and weekend programs, we integrate family, friends

and the broader community. This brings life and living to residents’ lives each and every day regardless of the memory challenges they may be facing.”

The new “Oasis” Assisted Living Program at Addington Place has also been eagerly anticipated. Caregivers are available for residents 24 hours a day and staffing levels are determined by the number of residents and their care needs. The higher the numbers, the more staff is put in place. This is a unique care model that ensures the resident’s needs are fully met and offers tremendous peace of mind for residents and family members alike.

Resident care is provided by highly trained Resident Specialists, who work directly with each resident and their family, caring for a small group of residents at one time. This is very beneficial as caregivers develop a deep personal knowledge of each resident, becoming like family and learning their histories,

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skin’s best friend come overnight. Retinoids affect the way that your skin develops. This is a “bottom up” process, as it can take a skin cell a month to travel from the base of the skin to the surface as it grows and develops.

Before deciding whether your retinoid is working, give it at least a month. Patience is rewarded, as devoted use of a retinoid is repaid after a month or so with clearer, smoother skin.

4. Tricks of the Trade Many people react negatively to retinoids when beginning treatment. Think about what retinoids are doing – they make your skin less oily, and oil is there for a reason. Oil holds in moisture, and some of our skin’s oil may help serve as natural sunscreen. So the key with retinoid use is to find the right amount that smooths lines and makes the skin less oily without causing it to be so oil-free as to be easily dried out or irritated.

With most retinoids, the trick is to start low and slow and gradually increase.

Typically, a pea-sized amount of a retinoid is applied to the forehead, cheeks and chin every other night and gently rubbed over the skin while taking care to avoid the eyes and lips. After a few weeks, if the skin is not too dry, then the retinoid may be applied every night. More is not necessarily better! If your skin is tolerating the retinoid well after those 4 weeks, you can try applying more retinoid. If the retinoid proves to be too powerful and causes redness and extreme dryness or irritation, back down the dosing and revert back

to every other night or every few nights.

Luckily, your skin should begin to tolerate it more. Increasing your retinoid regimen should come easier with time.

5. Your Friendly Neighborhood Dermatologist How do you select a retinoid? Adapalene, a weak but good retinoid, is now available over the counter. Stronger retinoids such as tretinoin and tazarotene are available by prescription. Which retinoid is right for you depends on your skin type, how oily your skin is, whether you suffer from acne, and whether you are prone to eczema or dry skin. Your dermatologist can help you select the retinoid that is right for you.

6. It’s Not An Option if You Are or May Become Pregnant (Or Are Breastfeeding) Women of child bearing age who are pregnant, breastfeeding or may become pregnant beware! Retinoids should be avoided during pregnancy. In fact, the weaker retinol is often found in over the counter beauty products with titles claiming “Anti Aging” or “Wrinkle Prevent” or “Dark Spot Corrector.” Definitive proof exists for the correlation of serious birth defects with the consumption of oral retinoids during pregnancy. Although it is unknown whether or to what extent topical retinoids pose to an unborn fetus, it is my recommendation to avoid all retinoids during pregnancy and breastfeeding and stick to non-medicated cosmetics and a prenatal vitamin.

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At Addington Place, there are many comfortable places to enjoy visitors and family time together. Whether you're drop-

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Soleil Laurel Canyon Tucked away in the North Georgia foothills of Canton and just a short drive from exciting Atlanta, Soleil Laurel Canyon is more than a beautiful community of maintenance-free, ranchstyle homes and breathtaking views.

It’s the life you’ve worked your whole life to enjoy.

If you are 55+, we invite you to come experience Soleil’s incomparable array of recreation, culture, and entertainment for yourself. You’ll have no doubt why it was named among the Best 50 Master-Planned Communities in the U.S. by Where to Retire Magazine in 2015.

One of the great pleasures of living at Soleil is that a low-maintenance home gives you the free time to take

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The landscaped grounds of Soleil Laurel Canyon are always impeccably maintained, while your HOA dues cover complete lawn maintenance and an irrigation system, in-home security monitoring and maintenance, and even Comcast cable TV. Soleil Laurel Canyon offers a selection of Cottage, Traditional and Craftsman-style single-family homes from the mid $200,000s to $400,000s for adults

55+. All of Soleil’s new floor plans include elegant details and are designed for aging-in-place with stepless-entry access and wide doorways. These homes are energy efficient with HERS ratings above standard.

Soleil residents have membership in a 28,000-square-foot clubhouse complete with an arts and crafts room, billiards room, fitness center, gourmet teaching kitchen, indoor heated saline lap pool, and library.

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have a heated Lagoon-style pool, a community garden and greenhouse, a 3.5-acre fishing lake and the tennis facility with a full-time USPTA-certified teaching professional.

The Fairways of Canton golf course is located just outside Soleil’s gate within Laurel Canyon, and offers challenging golf for a reasonable, daily-fee price.

Two Lifestyle Directors maintain a full social calendar of events including wine socials, movie nights, trips to nearby attractions, and Grandkids day.

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Longleaf Communities - exquisite active adult living Brought to you by: Kathy Rice, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Longleaf Communities feature spectacular homes providing active adults with convenient, easy living.

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Longleaf homes feature two downstairs bedrooms and two full baths rice with zero entry showers or tubs. You can customize your new home with a beautiful selection of tile or hardwood floors, fireplaces, your choice of countertop surfaces and other additions. You also have the option to have us finish the upstairs and basement of your new home. When your new home is complete, it will be designed and personalized to your living standards.

Longleaf Communities, formerly known as Thomas Homes & Communities (THC), clearly demonstrates its expertise when it comes to building communities for active adults. Our experienced and hardworking team of professionals are here to manage and facilitate your transition into your new home and community life.

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The new signature in senior living For people who have reservations about moving to a senior community, seeing the beautiful and convenient lifestyle at Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is eye opening and a refreshing alternative to what most people envision a senior community to look and feel like.

Arbor Terrace is the new signature in senior living and offers a vibrant, active lifestyle with luxury services for seniors.

Residents at Arbor Terrace are neighbors, volunteers, explorers and learners who have chef-prepared meals every day and access to lifestyle and wellness amenities that provide convenience and enrich their day to day life.

The 101-apartment community is situated in one of the most desirable areas in Johns Creek, the community is close to healthcare, cultural venues,

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fine shopping and dining. Arbor Terrace is a one-of-a-kind community offering a luxurious lifestyle with concierge services, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping and more, without a large investment or long-term commitment.

“We have changed the way people live,” says Beth Richardson, Executive Director at Arbor Terrace. “With a more convenient lifestyle, our residents find they have the time and energy to actually enjoy life while receiving as little or as much support as they need.”

Try us on for size, stay for 3 weeks and get a 4th week free to experience all we have to offer! Spaces are limited so call today!

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Living well with alzheimer’s and dementia care The memory center atlanta is setting the new standard Did you ever imagine that someone struggling with the daily difficulties of reduced memory due to dementia could live so well? Do you need support and help coping with someone you love who is suffering from Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia?

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We don’t exclude our residents: we include them to enjoy life with activities daily. They can stroll the streets of the town center, enjoy entertainment in the movie theater, quench their thirst at the Chattahoochee Tavern and enjoy a Coca-Cola, shop at the Peachtree general store or visit the Bull Dog café for ice cream. Need a place to feel special?

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Village Park Senior Living Welcome to Village Park Senior Living. A place to reimagine, rethink, rediscover, relive, revive and reconnect! The newest senior living community like no other. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You’ll just call it home.

Opening in 2017 on 20 beautiful acres in the heart of Alpharetta, behind the Avalon.

When we decided to create a new kind of residential community – one built to offer truly Next-Level Senior Living – we thought of people like you.

People who have worked hard for decades to realize their own definition of success.

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Village Park will offer a variety of floor plans and custom care plans, if needed, to meet your needs. Our single family Bungalows are very spacious two bedroom/two bath homes with a sunroom and a full car garage. In the Cottages, you will have an option of a one or two-bedroom home. The main building will offer independent living, assisted living and memory care homes.

To truly understand the Village Park difference, you have to experience it for yourself. Homes are currently being reserved. Visit the Sales Center at 12300 Morris Road in Alpharetta or call 678-740-3499.

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